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Vietnamese Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son held phone talks with Ukrainian Minister of Foreign Affairs Andrii Sybiha on February 17 at the request of Ukraine.
Son affirmed that being a friend of both Russia and Ukraine, Viet Nam maintains a consistent, balanced and objective stance on the ongoing Russia – Ukraine conflict.
He stressed that all disputes must be settled through peaceful means, in accordance with fundamental principles of international law and the United Nations Charter, adding that Viet Nam supports and stays ready to engage in the international community's mediation efforts aimed at seeking a long-term peaceful solution to the conflict, with the involvement of all relevant parties.
Minister Sybiha expressed Ukraine’s appreciation for its friendly relations and cooperation with Viet Nam, welcoming Viet Nam's stance on the conflict.
Both sides agreed to continue maintaining contact and exchange of delegations at levels, as well as soon hold a political consultation at the deputy foreign ministerial level./.
Source: VNA
